Their duties are to set-up computers and install network software, monitor the network from a central server, delete files from the server and set-up user counts and to teach staff how to use the network and fix minor problem they may encounter also some Computer Network Specialists handle security Issues or help design off- site systems for emergencies and other situations.
The skills/education required to pursue this career is to have a high school diploma, and post-secondary education In the computer field, also or programs in computer science, computer information systems, or computer networking is a good idea, some skills need are good communication and problem solving. Network specialists usually work a regular 5-day, 40-hour week, but overtime may e required in cases if network problems or equipment failure occur.Salaries for people range from about $30,000 to $80,000 a year. However, some senior network specialists earn more than $100,000 a year. Benefits include your regular benefits such as health but more (or less) benefits depend on your employer and your skillet.
Working conditions are mostly well known businesses such as governments, universities, hospitals, banks and other organizations or businesses and working environments usually include an indoor business atmosphere.What the future hold for people in this career is a salary cap if you are good at what you do or even higher positions as for the Job at hand it would pretty much stay the same as analysis is always a key point. This occupation mostly deals with things such as computers, software's and cables, although dealing with people and information plays a small part too. A high school diploma and post-secondary education are a must to get into this career path.
Some high school subjects are good to take are Personal & Career Development, Electronics Technology and all your other compulsory courses and you need to achieve a 80+% average. The program Networking and Systems Management are offered by Hummer College Centennial College, this program is advanced education in the networking field and systems management. What is appealing about being a Computer network specialists is that you get to work with networks and get to learn on the Job, you get to meet new people all the time as you move a lot, also the work you do is hands-on as you are working with equipment.
